Manufacturing Process Overview

Blow Molding

Inflate a heated parison or preform against a mold to create hollow parts.

Advantages

Limitations

How it works

Typical fit: Bottles, tanks, and hollow containers

Compatible Materials

Lightweight, chemical-resistant thermoplastic used in packaging, containers, and molded parts.

Tough polyolefin for bottles, tanks, and durable goods needing chemical resistance.

Flexible polyethylene used in films, squeezable packaging, and soft molded goods.

Common polyester for bottles, trays, and fibers; also used in engineering forms.